Orchid Species Vs. Hybrids – Differences, the good & the bad!

Today we talk about orchid species and hybrids, compare them, explain what they are and better understand the role of both of them!
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Orchid species, also called botanical species, are those orchids which you can also find in nature as you see them in cultivation. This does not mean they are obtained from the wild, this happened a long time ago. They are all propagated by humans in cultivation.

Hybrids are crosses of species between them, with other hybrids and even with other compatible genera. They don’t normally occur in nature, since most species crossed together are not even found in the same geographical location.

Species are usually more genetically stable, if we disregard the lack of ‘natural selection’ from cultivators. They are perfectly adapted to the locations they grow in naturally. Some species might have features we don’t like, such as odor, or difficult growth habit.

Hybrids are more unstable and can surprise us with their appearance and behavior. Since they don’t have a natural location, they are usually not really well adapted to any geographical location. Some orchids can come close and can do well in certain areas, but these instances are rather rare. Many hybrids have lost some features, such as fragrance, which can be a good thing, or a bad thing.

Both species and hybrids are actually wonderful and put a smile on people’s faces everywhere. No need to put one down to elevate the other, it makes 0 difference 😉

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Music:
Eveningland – Nimbus.mp3
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P.O. BOX 29002, CY-1620, Nicosia, Cyprus
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🌸 My environment:
Subtropical climate, hot summers and mild winters
60-90% humidity, always breezy
Growth space is kept at min 17C and max 29C
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🌸 What I use in my Grow Room:

Media:
LECA – Pokon or IKEA
Various organic mixes from rePotme http://bit.ly/2Dmu9mW
Sphagnum Moss – Spagmoss from Besgrow http://bit.ly/2LSZjEx or http://bit.ly/2WOF1D7

Fertilizer and supplements:
MSU Orchid fertilizer for osmosis / rain water http://bit.ly/2LS2bSg
Orchid Focus Bloom (when I need something low in N)

Pots, containers, baskets:
DIY self watering pots and masks from local flower shops
Lechuza self watering pots https://amzn.to/2wIUWq2
Wooden Vanda baskets http://bit.ly/2NfIlWI
Slotted pots from rePotme http://bit.ly/2Ds488b

Lighting:
LED shop panels from Leroy Merlin, 4000k
Tertial lamps from IKEA + 4000k LED bulbs (various brands)
Orvibo WiFi Smart Plugs https://amzn.to/2MLSR7T

Shelf units:
Shirley’s Simple Shelving http://bit.ly/2qAcS1r
Lerberg and Mulig from IKEA
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